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“Coltrane’s study of African and other non-Western music was a mainstay in bolstering his belief that the purpose of music transcends that of mere entertainment, and can actually socially transform its listeners.” p. 112
— Feb 04, 2026 05:59AM
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Allen Roberts
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“…Coltrane’s goal was to discover the music that was most ‘essential’ (in his term), pure sound without those intrinsic aspects that tie it to one time or culture; universal music, the song of God.” p.52
— Jan 25, 2026 08:05AM
